Mediterranean Shrimp Couscous Bowls Recipe
This Mediterranean Shrimp Couscous Bowls recipe is a vibrant, healthy, and quick meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring tender shrimp, fluffy couscous, and fresh vegetables tossed with olive oil and lemon juice, this dish offers bright flavors and a balanced blend of protein, vegetables, and grains.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Grains & Broth
- 1 cup couscous
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
Shrimp & Seasoning
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Additional
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the couscous: Bring 2 cups of vegetable broth or water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Once boiling, add 1 cup of couscous, cover the saucepan, and remove it from the heat. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the liquid and becomes tender.
- Cook the shrimp: While the couscous is soaking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder (if using), and dried oregano or Italian seasoning. Cook for approximately 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are opaque throughout.
- Fluff and combine: Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the cooked shrimp, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
- Dress and toss: Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the juice from 1 lemon over the couscous mixture. Toss everything together gently until the ingredients are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
- Season and serve: Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve the Mediterranean Shrimp Couscous Bowls warm or at room temperature for a light, flavorful meal.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth for vegetable broth to add more depth of flavor.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the shrimp.
- Feel free to swap shrimp with cooked chickpeas or grilled chicken for different protein options.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and served cold as a salad.
- Adding feta cheese or olives can enhance the Mediterranean flavors further.
